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7 Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Recipes

Published: Nov 12, 2021 · Modified: Dec 9, 2024 by Emma Fajcz · As an Amazon Influencer, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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Looking for ways to use up all the leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas? These 7 Thanksgiving leftover turkey recipes will make holiday leftovers taste so amazing, everyone will want seconds.

If you're looking for something healthy and tasty with this leftover meat, you'll love this bone broth and delicious chili.

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  • Soups
  • Pies
  • Recipe FAQs
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Main Courses

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Turkey à la King Recipe

This easy turkey à la king is a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers. This creamy sauce is filled with meat and veggies, and has a great flavor from all the spices. Make it on the stovetop or in the crockpot, and your kids will be asking for seconds!

person holding a spoonful of turkey stroganoff
Turkey Stroganoff Recipe

This creamy stroganoff is an easy skillet meal that's ready to eat in under an hour. Use up both meat and gravy from Thanksgiving in this winning dinner.

Salad

bowl of turkey Waldorf salad with Bibb lettuce
Turkey Waldorf Salad Recipe

Waldorf salad is a healthy salad packed with apples, grapes, walnuts, and dried cranberries. This classic dish has a simple mayo dressing, and tastes great as a light meal or in a sandwich.

Soups

white bowl of Panera turkey chili with bowls of toppings
Panera Turkey Chili Recipe

Curl up with a bowl of our copycat Panera turkey chili. This hearty, healthy chili has the perfect blend of spices and is packed with tender beans, and vegetables. Use ground or shredded meat in this recipe.

three glass bottles of turkey broth
Crockpot Turkey Broth Recipe

This crockpot broth is made with the leftover bones. This flavorful homemade broth will greatly improve the taste of your soups, gravies, and rice dishes. You can also enjoy the health benefits of sipping on delicious warm bone broth.

Pies

half of a turkey pasty with other pasties
Turkey & Sweet Potato Pasties Recipe

These pasties are a savory comfort food that uses leftover meat and gravy in a creative way. Use buttery puff pastry, fresh cranberries, and healthy veggies to make these beautiful baked hand pies.

closeup of turkey cranberry mini pie on a white plate
Turkey & Cranberry Mini Pies

These mini pies are a delicious way to use up a variety of Thanksgiving leftovers, including stuffing and cranberry sauce. This simple comfort food is perfect for dinner tonight!

Recipe FAQs

What are the 5 most popular ways to serve leftover turkey?

Sandwiches, tetrazinni, soup, turkey a la king, and tacos/nachos are some of the most popular ways to enjoy the leftover Thanksgiving bird. This roundup has even more delicious ideas to inspire you!

How long is leftover turkey good for in the fridge?

It will keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to keep it well sealed so it doesn't absorb odors from other foods and to prevent it drying out.

What can I do with tough leftover turkey?

Serve dried out white meat with a generous helping of gravy, or use it in new dishes like stroganoff. If the white meat is really dried out, focus on the dark meat; it's naturally more moist and flavorful.

Can I freeze leftover turkey?

Yes, you can freeze leftovers in an airtight container or zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months. Before freezing, take the meat off the bones, shred the dark meat, and make sure the breast meat is sliced.

Conclusion

Did you try one of these recipes in the past? Do you have a favorite recipe that uses leftover Thanksgiving meat? Let me know in the comments!

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